Welcome, or welcome back, to the Kissing Books newsletter. I’m PN Hinton, your guide to all things romance-related. Thanks for taking the time from your day to give this a read! I hope that this newsletter helps to brighten up your day just a little bit more.
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This weekend is Independent Bookstore Day! All book dragons rejoice! I had a blast last year celebrating and I’m looking forward to it. This year’s plans are nowhere near as ambitious. I’m only planning on visiting a handful of stores with a cap of only one book at each stop. Will I stick to this? Only time will tell, but I’ll update y’all next time on the outcome.
Bookish Goods
I Want a Cowboy Sticker by BlissfullyBookedCo
I’ve been reading romances for a long time, but I’ve always had a soft spot for cowboys. It could be due to being a Southern girl — there’s just something about someone who knows how to work a ranch that is just oh-so-attractive. The price for this sticker starts at $3.
New Releases
Fake It Till You Make It by Siera London
When bubbly Amarie ends up stranded in a small town, her only work option is with the local and grumpy veterinarian Eli. When Eli names Amarie as an investor to keep the practice from going into foreclosure, the two set aside their differences to save the clinic while also trying to ignore the connection that is rapidly developing between them.
Finders Keepers by Sandra Kitt
Olivia never expected to find millions of dollars hidden in the walls of the house her late aunt left her. While this money would bring a welcomed change to her life, she wants to be sure it’s on the up and up. When FBI agent Sloan shows up to question her about the money, there is an instant mutual attraction. But, both are aware that they need to solve the mystery of the money before anything permanent can happen.
For a more comprehensive list of new releases, check out our New Books newsletter.
Riot Recommendations
In keeping with today’s bookish good theme, I’m recommending some cowboy/rancher romances. Enjoy!
A Thorn in the Saddle by Rebekah Weatherspoon
When Lily-Grace meets Jesse for the first time, she is instantly at odds with him. Not only is he trying to prevent her widowed father from dating his grandmother, but he is also extremely hot-tempered. However, when she sees a more vulnerable side of Jesse at a community date auction, she begins to see him with different eyes. Soon, the two find themselves drawing closer to one another and a happily ever after neither expected.
Tipping the Barrel by BA Tortuga
When an accident leaves barrel racer Cheyenne without her horse, she returns home to tend to her external and internal scars. This also brings her into contact with first love and cowgirl Evie, and she wonders if this unfortunate accident will lead to a second chance with her. However, Evie hasn’t forgotten the heartbreak she felt when Cheyenne left her behind and isn’t sure she’s willing to risk her heart again.
Just for the Summer is one of my current reads because I can’t seem to get enough of Abby Jimenez. If you’re also looking for some read-a-likes, check out this list here.
And that’s all I have for y’all this fine Monday. I’ll be back in your inboxes on Thursday with a fresh newsletter, and in the meantime, you can find me posting over on Instagram under @pns_bookish_world. Until then, happy reading and stay hydrated!